What is the cheapest way to get from Thurles to Kilrush?

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Kilrush is to train and bus which costs €15 - €27 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thurles to Kilrush?

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Kilrush is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Kilrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurles to Kilrush. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Kilrush via UL Student Centre, Ennis Friars Walk and Ennis Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Thurles to Kilrush?

The distance between Thurles and Kilrush is 153 km. The road distance is 143.4 km.

How do I travel from Thurles to Kilrush without a car?

The best way to get from Thurles to Kilrush without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 14m and costs €15 - €27.

How long does it take to get from Thurles to Kilrush?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Thurles to Kilrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Kilrush bus from?

Thurles to Kilrush bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Tipperary, depart from Thurles station.

Where does the Thurles to Kilrush bus arrive?

Thurles to Kilrush bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Tipperary, arrive at UL Student Centre station.

Can I drive from Thurles to Kilrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Kilrush is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Thurles to Kilrush.

Where can I stay near Kilrush?

There are 186+ hotels available in Kilrush.

Thurles to Kilrush - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Thurles to Kilrush by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Thurles to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Ennistrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Kilrushbus 336
5h 14m
€15–27
Bus via Ennis
1. Take the bus from Thurles to UL Student Centrebus 391
2. Take the bus from UL Student Centre to Ennis Friars Walkbus 300
3. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Kilrushbus 336
5h 39m
Drive 143.4 km
1. Drive from Thurles to Kilrushcar 143.4 km
2h 1m
€25–36
Train, bus via Limerick
1. Take the train from Thurles to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick to Ennistrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Kilrushbus 336
5h 38m
€16–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thurles to UL Student Centrebus 391
2. Take the bus from UL Student Centre to Ennis Friars Walkbus 300
3. Take the bus from Ennis Friars Walk to Aldi Kilrushbus 335
6h 2m

Thurles to Kilrush by train and bus

19Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.1 km
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Thurles, Ireland and Kilrush, IE-CE, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Thurles to Kilrush via UL Student Centre, Ennis Friars Walk, and Ennis Station in around 5h 39m.

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